2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2009 Honda Pilot and 2009 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Tigra. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Pilot | Tigra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |